# Dilated Cardiomyopathy as a Rare Presentation of Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C): A Case Report

**Authors:** Vipulkumar V Gandhi, Komal Chopra

PMC · DOI: 10.4314/ejhs.v33i6.20 · Ethiopian Journal of Health Sciences · 2023-11-01

## TL;DR

This case report describes a rare instance where a child with MIS-C developed dilated cardiomyopathy, emphasizing the need for early detection and treatment.

## Contribution

The novelty lies in highlighting dilated cardiomyopathy as a rare cardiovascular complication of MIS-C in children.

## Key findings

- Dilated cardiomyopathy can occur as a complication in children with MIS-C.
- Prompt recognition and management are crucial for such rare cardiovascular presentations.
- This case adds to the understanding of MIS-C's diverse clinical manifestations.

## Abstract

Multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children (MIS-C) is a rare post-infectious complication associated with COVID-19. This case report presents a detailed account of a paediatric patient diagnosed with MIS-C who developed dilated cardiomyopathy as a significant complication. This report aims to enhance our understanding of the rare potential cardiovascular implications of MIS-C and highlights the importance of prompt recognition and management.

## Linked entities

- **Diseases:** Dilated cardiomyopathy (MONDO:0005021), COVID-19 (MONDO:0100096)

## Full-text entities

- **Diseases:** Dilated Cardiomyopathy (MESH:D002311), Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome (MESH:C000705967), post-infectious complication (MESH:D000094025), COVID-19 (MESH:D000086382)
- **Species:** Homo sapiens (human, species) [taxon 9606]

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